Graduating Class of 2021

CLASS OF 2021

It's May! SOT/Sem graduates representing six countries will be receiving their degrees and embarking from the classroom to make the world a better place.

Katherine Jonza - Master of Arts (Liturgical Music)

What brought you to Saint John's Graduate School of Theology and Seminary?

My Mother completed her Masters of Divinity at Saint John's Graduate School of Theology and Seminary. I knew from her experiences that it is a wonderful community to further my education.

How will you be spending your time once your coursework is complete?

I am searching for full-time work as a Music Director in Minnesota's Twin Cities area.

What are your future goals and plans?

I hope to find a vibrant community to serve as we transition back to normalcy while dealing with the effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

How do you hope to use your degree?

I look forward to continuing my music ministry using the gifts God has given me and the tools I've learned from Saint John's.

Vincent Charles - Master of Arts (Ministry)

What brought you to Saint John's Graduate School of Theology and Seminary?

For the Diaconate I aspire to, my formation program is provided through Saint John's Graduate School of Theology and Seminary.

How will you be spending your time once your coursework is complete?

I hope to be ordained a Deacon in the Diocese of St. Cloud, MN.

What are your future goals and plans?

I want to work in ministry in my ACC (Area Catholic Community) as a Deacon. One of my desires is to minister to those in nursing homes, hospitals, or those who are homebound.

How do you hope to use your degree?

I believe it has and will continue to enhance my understanding of my Catholic faith. I desire to serve as a disciple of Christ and bring God's loving message to all I can. My studies at the SOT/Sem have enhanced my ministerial skills in many ways.

David Wesson - Master of Arts (Liturgical Studies)

What brought you to Saint John's Graduate School of Theology and Seminary?

I attended Saint John's for undergrad and knew I wanted to stay for graduate work. I think the methodology and course progression of the Liturgical Studies degree was the best for what I wanted to do with it.

How will you be spending your time once your coursework is complete?

Looking for a new job in this wonderful economy.

What are your future goals and plans?

I'm unsure what the immediate future looks like, but hopefully, I will find a new job once things improve. In the meantime, I'll continue volunteering at my Parish.

How do you hope to use your degree?

I want to work in Diocesan or Parochial formation. My degree will help me work in 'adult formation' and serve as a foundation for future work.